I know Italians basically gave us great culture, food, architecture (hey think of the Roman arch), art, and music already. But it all pales in comparison to their greatest gift: the Aperitivo. I’m not joking. What a civilized thing to do - sit on a warm day, watching people go by, with a cool drink and some snacks while contemplating what you’re going to go eat for dinner in a few hours. OK and talking about the people going by. It’s like I’m so proud of my people for inventing this I can’t think of the superlatives to describe my pride.
Spent most of the day walking and getting our bearings between naps. We’re getting there.
Ate dinner at a decent place (Locanda la Scala - behind the la Scala theater) - worth a stop, not earth shattering but good risotto, pork belly, and osso bucco. Wine was pricy (for Italy) but a decent selection. Head waiter was humorous, spoke at least five different languages, and was spread a bit thin with little help. A fun few hours with Fran just talking but our legs got tired of sitting.
